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A breathtaking view of the 9/11 Lights and Brooklyn Bridge.
Apopka remembers 9/11
In Apopka, the city remembers the sacrifices made on 9/11 with a memorial service on the steps of City Hall and then a 5k charitable memorial run in honor of a former Apopka firefighter. more
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Apopka Professional Firefighters Association and City of Apopka reach tentative agreement on AFD contract
In a deal that took almost 18 months to close, the Apopka Professional Firefighters Association and the City of Apopka reached a tentative contract agreement this morning. more
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Apopka Fire Department - Fire Station #1
Apopka Professional Firefighters President pushes back on City Council changes to public comments
Klepper: "What transpired tonight when public comment was pushed to the end of a public meeting and then subsequently and DECEPTIVELY cut off from the public YouTube feed was unconscionable and fundamentally un-American." more
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Sanchez steps into the five-alarm fire
Deputy Chief Wil Sanchez officially took over as Interim Chief of the Apopka Fire Department on Monday morning. His term lasts until October 31st. more
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Apopka Fire Department - Station #1
A Tale of Two Cities: A call for transformation in Apopka
Duran: "It was once said, “Facts are a funny thing.” In my two years of involvement with the city of Apopka and the Apopka Fire Department, I’ve found very little “funny.” In fact, I have found much of what goes on in city hall disgusting and disturbing, to say the least." more
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According to sources inside the AFD, Wil Sanchez, the AFD's Deputy Fire Chief, will step in as interim fire chief for Apopka Fire Chief Sean Wylam.
Developing Story: Deputy Chief Wil Sanchez to take over as Interim Apopka Fire Chief
The Apopka Voice has learned from three sources, two inside the Apopka Fire Department with knowledge of the events, and speaking under the condition of anonymity, that Deputy Fire Chief Wil Sanchez will be named AFD Interim Fire Chief on Monday. more
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JP Hodgkins stands inside his Eagle Scout project - a recreation area for Apopka Fire Station #2.
My endorsement for Apopka Fire Chief: JP Hodgkins
JP Hodgkins will be the Apopka Fire Chief one day, and I am endorsing his ascension. It might be a few years, but the 18-year-old Hodgkins, a recent graduate of Apopka High School, is on the right path and possesses all the qualities he needs to succeed. more
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Apopka Fire Department - Fire Station #1
A Tale of Two Perspectives: Nelson and Klepper differ on Sean Wylam's tenure as Apopka Fire Chief
On Wednesday, Apopka Professional Firefighters Association President Alex Klepper and Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson had contrasting opinions on Sean Wylam's time as a fire chief and his career as a firefighter. more
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Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson shakes the hand of newly appointed Apopka Fire Chief Sean Wylam in 2019.
Developing Story: Apopka Fire Chief Sean Wylam announces retirement
Apopka Fire Chief Sean Wylam has announced he will be stepping down, according to an email he sent to AFD firefighters and staff. Wylam's tumultuous time as Apopka's top firefighter will end October 31st. more
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AFD celebrates Lt. Mandy Mathis as 2023 Firefighter of the Year
Please join the Apopka Fire Department in congratulating Lieutenant Mandy Mathis for being voted the 2023 Firefighter of the Year. more
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Apopka Fire Department Station 1
Fifteen Days of Hope: In memory and honor of Austin Duran
In this second year, with the support of the Duran family, The 2650 Foundation looks to recreate that support for our fire department in loving memory of Austin Duran. more
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The National Fallen Firefighters Memorial in Emmitsburg, Maryland.
Austin Duran to be honored at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend ceremony
Austin Duran's tragic death in 2022 shocked the community and tore apart the morale of the Apopka Fire Department. Now, he will be honored nationally at a weekend ceremony. more
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2650 Foundation sponsoring 1st Annual First Responders Mental Health Fair
The 2650 Foundation strives to continue Austin’s legacy by raising awareness of the importance of safety and training through educational scholarships and opportunities. Equally important to the foundation’s efforts are mentorship and mental health. more
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Apopka Fire Department Station 1
Austin Duran's legacy lives on
Austin Duran taught Apopka a lot in his short career as a firefighter and inspired us beyond all expectations in his death.  His dedication and sacrifice left a lasting impact. more
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Apopka Fire Department Station 1
Apopka honoring Austin Duran with Service Hero street sign
In honor of Austin Duran, Apopka is erecting a service hero street sign at the corner of East 5th Street and South Park Avenue. more
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Apopka Fire vs. Police: Who will reign as the king of barbecue?
Sonny’s BBQ in Apopka is hosting a  competition between the Apopka Police and Fire departments on Saturday, January 13th, from 9 am to 4 pm. more
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Apopka Fire Station #6 will be a replica of Fire Station #5 shown above.
Apopka City Council approves construction of Fire Station #6
The Apopka City Council, at its January 3rd meeting, voted unanimously to accept the bid from Miller Construction Management to build Apopka Fire Station #6. more
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Apopka Fire Station #5
Apopka Fire Station #5 hosting book fair
  The Apopka Fire Department and Apopka Police Department, in partnership with Re-Imagine Communities, are hosting the 2023 Apopka Reading Heroes Scholastic Book Fair.   Calling all book lovers and literary enthusiasts!   Get ready to embark on a literary journey like never before as the Apopka Fire Department transforms … more
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Apopka Police Officer Adsudalah Brooks (far right) and Recruit Officer Laura Crespo (far left) check in on Baby Geber and his mother Eligia.
A 911 call that brought life to Apopka
Apopka Police Officer Adsudalah Brooks and Recruit Officer Laura Crespo responded to a 911 hang-up call, but while en route, updated to a female giving birth at home. more
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The annual Apopka Fire vs. Police Department Barbecue cookoff is again sponsored by Sonny's Barbecue.
Apopka Fire vs. Apopka Police: Who is the king of barbecue?
Sonny’s BBQ in Apopka is hosting a  competition between the Apopka Police and Fire departments on Saturday, January 13th, from 9 am to 4 pm. more
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Country music star Sean Holcomb, along with Tre Jones and Chris Rodriguez are performing in the Together as One Festival in Apopka this weekend.
Together as One Festival and 9/11 Memorial 5k run this weekend
The City of Apopka and the Apopka Fire and Police Departments will host the September 11th Memorial 5k and the  “Together as One Festival” in Downtown Apopka. more
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Second Annual “Together as One Festival” / Third Annual 9/11 Memorial 5k 
The City of Apopka and the Apopka Fire and Police Departments will host the September 11th Memorial 5k and the  “Together as One Festival” in Downtown Apopka. more
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Apopka remembers 9/11
9/11 remains a day of remembrance, honoring the lives lost and the resilience of the American people, and on September 11th, 2023, Apopka pays tribute to the memory of them all. more
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Kelly Park School
Updating Breaking News: APD looking for person-of-interest in Kelly Park School fire
The Apopka Police Department is looking for a person-of-interest in an arson investigation that occurred at the Kelly Park School early Monday morning. more
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Daughter of Armando Borjas Jr. receives scholarship named in his honor
Adriana Borjas, the daughter of Armando, is a recipient of the Armando Borjas Jr. scholarship. She is pursuing a career as a paramedic. … more
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